Trending Now - Alijah Arenas Opts to Stay at USC for Sophomore Season

WHO:

Sportskeeda - Alijah Arenas, USC Trojans guard

NY Post - Alijah Arenas, USC freshman guard

WHAT:

Sportskeeda - Alijah Arenas withdrew his name from the 2026 NBA draft.

Sportskeeda - Alijah Arenas announced his decision to return for his sophomore year.

NY Post - A person close to the situation confirmed that Alijah Arenas will return for a second season with the Trojans.

WHERE:

Sportskeeda - USC (University of Southern California)

NY Post - California

WHEN:

Sportskeeda - The announcement was made on Monday.

NY Post - The news was first reported on Monday.

WHY:

Sportskeeda - Fans reacted to Alijah Arenas' decision, suggesting he "should enter the transfer portal" and that he "almost ruined his career."

HOW:

Sportskeeda - The news was reported on X (formerly Twitter) by Swish Cultures.

(UPDATED April 28, 2026 17:33 UTC)

Alijah Arenas, the USC Trojans guard, has officially withdrawn his name from the 2026 NBA draft and announced his decision to return for his sophomore year. A source close to the situation confirmed that Arenas will be back for a second season with the Trojans, following the news that was first reported on Monday. Fans have reacted to his decision, with some suggesting he should enter the transfer portal, expressing concerns about his career trajectory.